What's the point of art? Why do artists draw themselves? Who were the Impressionists? Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this entertaining information book, containing over 60 flaps to lift. A great introduction to art for inquisitive young children, with links to specially selected websites for more information. … [Read more...] about Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers about Art by Rosie Hore
Moo Baa La La La by Sandra Boynton
This raucous story about the sounds animals make—including three pigs who say "la la la!"—is just right for reading aloud. Serious silliness for all ages. Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages. … [Read more...] about Moo Baa La La La by Sandra Boynton
The Very Busy Spider by Eric Carle
A spider, blown by the wind to a fence post near a farm yard, begins to build her web and cannot be distracted from the task at hand--not by the horse, cow, sheep, goat, or dog. But when the rooster asks if she wants to catch a pesky fly, the busy spider is able to catch it in her web immediately! … [Read more...] about The Very Busy Spider by Eric Carle
Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann
A must have classic for all baby bedtimes and gifting opportunities. Good night, Gorilla. . . Good night, Elephant. . . It's bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep. Or are they? Who's that short, furry guy with the keys in his hand and the mischievous grin? Sneak along behind the zookeeper's back and see who gets the last laugh in this riotous good-night romp. The new generous trim size of every toddler's favorite book is even easier to share. With a warm, funny author's … [Read more...] about Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann
Train Ride Fun!: Ready-to-Read Ready-to-Go! (Dinosaur Train) by Maggie Testa
All Aboard! Get to know Buddy the T. rex and his adoptive Pteranodon family as they live and learn in the Mesozoic Era in this Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read based on Jim Henson’s Dinosaur Train! Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Train Ride Fun! was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read and starring their favorite dinosaurs? Each … [Read more...] about Train Ride Fun!: Ready-to-Read Ready-to-Go! (Dinosaur Train) by Maggie Testa
Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door by Adam Rubin
It's National Read an eBook Day! Check out the kindle version of this funny book! All is calm in old man Fookwire’s yard until new neighbors—Little Old Lady Hu and her cat, Muffins—move in next door. Muffins is one mean dude! He terrorizes the birds, interrupts Fookwire’s painting, and ties the squirrels’ tails together. Fookwire is upset, but not nearly as upset as the squirrels, who devise an ingenious plan to stop Muffins cold. The tongue-in-cheek text is perfectly complemented by the … [Read more...] about Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door by Adam Rubin
What Cat Is That?: All About Cats (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library) by Tish Rabe
It's National Dr. Seuss Day! Nothing better than reading a Cat in the Hat book to enjoy the day! The Cat in the Hat learns all about cats—wild and domestic—in this feline-focused Cat in the Hat's Learning Library book! Traveling aboard his Kitty-Cat-Copter, the Cat takes Sally and Nick to meet lions in Kenya, tigers in Bangkok, Siamese down the block—learning along the way those traits that all cats share: scratchy tongues, padded paws, sensitive whiskers, sharp claws, and those things … [Read more...] about What Cat Is That?: All About Cats (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library) by Tish Rabe
Dear Zoo: A Lift-the-Flap Book by Rod Campbell
Rod Campbell’s classic lift-the-flap book Dear Zoo has been a firm favorite with toddlers and parents alike ever since it was first published in 1982. Young readers love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent—a monkey, a lion, and even an elephant! But will they ever find the perfect pet? With bright, bold artwork, a catchy refrain, and a whole host of favorite animals, Dear Zoo is a must for every child’s bookshelf. … [Read more...] about Dear Zoo: A Lift-the-Flap Book by Rod Campbell
If You Give a Pig a Party by Laura Numeroff
What a perfect title to celebrate National Pig Day! If you give a pig a party, she's going to ask for some balloons. When you give her the balloons, she'll want to decorate the house. When she's finished, she'll put on her favorite dress... Fans of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie will love this perfect addition to the series! The If You Give... series is a perennial favorite among children. With its spare, rhythmic text and circular tale, these books are perfect for beginning readers and … [Read more...] about If You Give a Pig a Party by Laura Numeroff
The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith
One of the funniest books to read out loud! Kids will love this cumulative and hysterical read-aloud! "I was walking down the road and I saw . . . A donkey, Hee Haw! And he only had three legs! He was a wonky donkey." Children will be in fits of laughter with this perfect read-aloud tale of an endearing donkey. By the book's final page, readers end up with a spunky, hanky-panky, cranky, stinky, dinky, lanky, honky-tonky, winky wonky donkey! Thank you! … [Read more...] about The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith
